Dual diagnosis rehabs are centers which provide rehab to address both addiction and mental health concerns at the same time. Dual diagnosis is a very prevalent circumstance for those involved with drug and alcohol abuse, as individuals with mental health problems frequently medicate themselves with drugs and alcohol to experience some type of short-term relief from their disorder. In a dual diagnosis rehab, rehab counselors can help men and women using a detailed rehab plan all directed at restoring and stabilizing mental, physical and emotional health whilst addressing alcohol and drug abuse concerns. Offering a safe setting is vital to ensure that dual diagnosis clients can feel at ease and remain free from distraction from things which could cut across their treatment plan and progress. Rehabilitation counselors will continue to work to identify environmental factors in the client's life such as negative people in their lives or other things that have to be addressed in order for the individual to stay mentally healthy and sober t whenever they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral treatment that helps them develop more efficient coping methods so that they are able to better handle life circumstances well once they depart dual diagnosis rehab rather than returning to alcohol and drugs as a possible option.